Indian Horror Film 'Numinous' Secures Worldwide Sales Deal Ahead of Cannes Market
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The Hindi-language horror film 'Numinous', directed by and starring Indian paranormal investigator Jay Alani, has been acquired for worldwide sales by Bangkok-based distributor Fearfolks. The film, based on one of Alani's documented case files, is set to begin filming in June 2024 for a planned March 2027 release. This deal brings the project to the international stage ahead of its presentation at the upcoming Cannes Film Market.
Facts First
- Fearfolks acquires worldwide sales rights for the Indian horror film 'Numinous'.
- Jay Alani directs and stars in the film, which is based on his own paranormal case files.
- Principal photography is scheduled for June, with a release planned for March 2027.
- The cast includes actors Gaurav K. Sharma and Mihir Rajda, with a screenplay co-written by Neil D'Silva.
- Fearfolks previously introduced Thailand's top-grossing horror franchise to the Indian market.
What Happened
Fearfolks, a Bangkok-based distribution and production company, has acquired worldwide sales and pre-sell rights for the Indian horror film 'Numinous'. The film will be presented to international buyers at the upcoming Cannes Film Market. 'Numinous' is directed by and stars Indian paranormal investigator and bestselling author Jay Alani, and is based on one of his documented case files. Principal photography is scheduled to begin in June 2024, with a theatrical release planned for March 2027.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of international horror cinema, you may soon have access to a new film rooted in documented paranormal research from India. The deal with Fearfolks, which has a track record of distributing major genre titles like A24's 'Mother Mary', suggests 'Numinous' could receive wider international distribution. For those interested in supernatural folklore, the film promises to bring one of Jay Alani's case files, which have garnered millions of views online, to a cinematic audience.
What's Next
The film's next major step is its presentation to buyers at the Cannes Film Market. Following that, principal photography is set to begin in June. The production team may then move into post-production ahead of the planned March 2027 theatrical release.